Lisbon · March
Low seasonPortugal · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 15° (59°)10– (50–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)20 (68) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)24 (75) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)27 (81) | 24° (75°)17– (63–)32 (90) | 26° (79°)20– (68–)35 (95) | 29° (84°)23– (73–)37 (99) | 29° (84°)23– (73–)36 (97) | 27° (81°)21– (70–)34 (93) | 24° (75°)17– (63–)29 (84) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)22 (72) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)18 (64) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 9° (48°)2– (36–)14 (57) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)13 (55) | 11° (52°)6– (43–)15 (59) | 13° (55°)8– (46–)16 (61) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 17° (63°)14– (57–)22 (72) | 19° (66°)15– (59–)22 (72) | 19° (66°)16– (61–)23 (73) | 18° (64°)15– (59–)22 (72) | 16° (61°)12– (54–)20 (68) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)16 (61) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)14 (57) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h | 6h | 8h | 9h | 10h | 10h | 11h | 10h | 9h | 7h | 5h | 5h |
🌊Water Temp | 15° (59°) | 15° (59°) | 15° (59°) | 16° (61°) | 17° (63°) | 18° (64°) | 18° (64°) | 18° (64°) | 18° (64°) | 18° (64°) | 17° (63°) | 15° (59°) |
🌧Rain Days | 6d68mm (2.7") | 6d61mm (2.4") | 6d65mm (2.6") | 6d56mm (2.2") | 3d30mm (1.2") | 1d12mm (0.5") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d3mm (0.1") | 2d24mm (1.0") | 6d86mm (3.4") | 8d102mm (4.0") | 6d81mm (3.2") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
March in Lisbon at 18°C (64°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are June, July, August, and September.
Daytime highs average 18°C (64°F), cooling to 11°C (52°F) at night (daily average: 14°C (57°F)). Peaks reach around 24°C (75°F), the coldest nights around 6°C (43°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 6 rain days with 65 mm (2.6 in) total. At 15°C (59°F), the water is still quite cool in March — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Spring is the connoisseurs' secret high season: jacaranda trees line the avenidas in purple and temperatures are ideal for strolling. The miradouros slowly fill up in the evenings, but the Alfama lanes don't yet belong to tour groups.
Packing list for Lisbon in March
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is March a good time to visit Lisbon?
- March is not an optimal month for Lisbon (Score: 57/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Lisbon in March?
- In March, Lisbon sees daily highs of 18°C (64°F). Nights cool to 11°C (52°F), with a daily average of 14°C (57°F). Peaks reach around 24°C (75°F), the coldest nights around 6°C (43°F).
- How much rain falls in Lisbon in March?
- In March, Lisbon receives an average of 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Lisbon get in March?
- Lisbon averages 8 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Lisbon in March?
- Water temperature in Lisbon in March averages 15°C (59°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.